Jack Gleeson
Biography
Jack Gleeson is an Irish actor born on May 20, 1992, in Cork, Ireland. He has been involved in the entertainment industry, with a known credit count of 21. His acting credits include roles in the HBO television series Game of Thrones, the 2020 BBC miniseries Out of Her Mind, and the 2023 Irish thriller film In the Land of Saints and Sinners. Following his role in Game of Thrones, Gleeson took a hiatus from acting, during which he participated in independent theatre. He has appeared in various projects, showcasing his acting abilities.
Career overview
Jack Gleeson is an Irish actor born on May 20, 1992, in Cork, Ireland. He began his acting career, gaining recognition for his role in the HBO television series Game of Thrones. The series aired from 2011 to 2014, during which time Gleeson played a notable character.
Following his work on Game of Thrones, Gleeson took a hiatus from acting. During this time, he participated in independent theatre productions. He later returned to acting, appearing in the 2020 BBC miniseries Out of Her Mind. This marked a return to television for Gleeson, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
In recent years, Gleeson has continued to work in the entertainment industry. He appeared in the 2023 Irish thriller film In the Land of Saints and Sinners. Throughout his career, Gleeson has demonstrated his ability to take on a range of roles, from television to film. His work in Game of Thrones remains one of his most notable achievements, but he has continued to build on this success with his subsequent projects.
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21 titles- House of Guinness (2025) as Byron Hughes
- Safe Harbor (2025) as Farrell Walsh
- The Eye of the Sunrise (2025) as Thomas Wentworth
- With Compliments from the Gentlemen Across the Bar in Oman (2025) as Self
- Learners (2024) as Charlie
- Mystery at the Prospect Hotel (2024) as Wentworth
- In the Land of Saints and Sinners (2023) as Kevin Lynch
- The Famous Five (2023) as Thomas Wentworth
- The Curse of Kirrin Island (2023) as Thomas Wentworth
- The Sandman (2022) as Puck
- Rebecca’s Boyfriend (2021) as Rory
- Out of Her Mind (2020) as Casper
- Sex Education (2019) as Dodgy Mo
- Electric Burma: The Concert for Aung San Suu Kyi - Words I Never Said (2016) as Self
- Game of Thrones (2011) as Joffrey Baratheon
- All Good Children (2010) as Dara
- A Shine of Rainbows (2009) as Seamus
- Shrooms (2007) as Lonely Twin
- Batman Begins (2005) as Little Boy
- Killinaskully (2003) as Pa Connors Jr
- Reign of Fire (2002) as Kid (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jack Gleeson best known for?
Jack Gleeson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including In the Land of Saints and Sinners (2023), The Sandman (2022), Sex Education (2019), Game of Thrones (2011).
When and where was Jack Gleeson born?
Jack Gleeson was born on May 20, 1992 in Cork, Ireland.
How many credits does Jack Gleeson have?
Jack Gleeson has accumulated over 21 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2002 to 2025.
What is Jack Gleeson's background in cinema and television?
Jack Gleeson is an Irish actor born on May 20, 1992, in Cork, Ireland. He has been involved in the entertainment industry, with a known credit count of 21. His acting credits include roles in the HBO television series Game of Thrones, the 2020 BBC miniseries Out of Her Mind, and the 2023 Irish thriller film In the Land...